Very overdue review as our son has been at Nido with Maria, James and team since he was 5.5 months…read moreold, and he is now just shy of 19 months old. If you're here as a parent looking for great care for your child-- I see you! It's such a process and can be such an emotional decision. Nido came highly recommended to us by neighbors and our eldest's school. Our neighbor recommended Nido to us and said, quote, "we love it." And when the teachers from our eldest son school (Meher Montessori) also recommended Nido, we knew we had to check it out. What seemed too good to be true at first, is absolutely fact, after having been with Nido over a year now -- Maria and James truly truly care for the children and their families. We had our eldest at home in family care for over 3 years so sending our second to school at 5.5 months was jarring. Maria and James were so patient and supportive with the transition. They really just care so much for their Nido community of families. The authentic Montessori environment was also an adjustment for us. We have grown to respect it and see such benefits in the methodology with both our children. Maria and James are truly gems -- we are so thankful to have them close and for the care they are giving our son. Today, we can't imagine having anyone else care for our baby boy. Thank you Ms. Maria, Mr. James and team!

My son has been with Ms. Maria a little more than 6 months now and it's amazing to see his…read moreprogression and everything he's learned. He started attending Nido when he was around 9 months old and is building so many life skills such as independence (eating with a spoon or fork, drinking from a cup without even spilling, listening and doing simple commands like putting something away, picking something up, closing the door, etc.) I also noticed his concentration when he's playing with things at home or when we're at the dining table. I could go on and on about the things I notice him doing since starting at Nido. My son loves going to school each day and he adores his Montessori guide, Ms. Maria. She is very attentive and I appreciate that she really observes each child. She communicates well and her school is a true Montessori environment. She is always available whenever we have any questions. I definitely learn so much from her as I try to incorporate more of the Montessori philosophy at home and as a parent. She always emphasizes how she's there to work together with the parents for the child to benefit the most. We wished we could've start our first child with the Montessori philosophy earlier on because I can see how beneficial it is in life. I don't feel like I drop off my son to a "daycare". It's a Montessori school where the children "work", learn, and have fun.

Ms. Frances is someone I strongly trust. My daughter (age 6 now) has been going there since she…read morewas very little and Frances and her family always make me feel welcome. She is very flexible on pick up times (as long as it is before 6pm) which is huge for my work schedule as I am an independent contractor and music teacher so my schedule is very inconsistent. As long as I am in communication with her she is very flexible and able to work with me on picking up my daughter after school. She also is able to take my daughter to school too. As a single father and working multiple jobs just to get by, Smith Family Daycare is not only a blessing to be able to work around my schedule but also extremely welcoming each time I come pick up my daughter. On holidays or birthdays she will have events with the kids and invite families and parents to come spend time with them so Frances always makes me feel welcome when I come and if there any questions I have about my daughter's Moods or behaviors she would be more than happy to take time and talk to me about everything. She's a real truly dedicating provider for everyone who goes through here and I could not even thank her enough for what she has done. Not too mention my daughter loves spending time there and hanging out with the other kids. I always come to pick her up and she is happy and tells me all about her friends at daycare. I could not recommend this place well enough. It is safe and very family orientated and friendly. If I could give more than 5 stars I would.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Ms Frances. As a parent, finding a place where my child…read moreis not only safe but also happy and thriving is invaluable. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel welcome and assured me that my son would be in great hands. She is attentive, nurturing, and truly dedicated to the well-being of every child. They provide a warm, engaging environment where learning and play go hand in hand. My son loves going every day, and I love knowing that he is in a place where he is cared for and encouraged to grow. Thanks to Ms Frances. I can go to work with peace of mind, knowing that my little one is in a safe, loving, and supportive space. If you're looking for a childcare center that genuinely cares, this is the place to be!

Our daughter was a founding student at Modern Schoolhouse in Eagle Rock. She attended TMS from when…read moreshe was 18 months until she graduated as a 4-year-old (when our family moved from LA to Denver). It's difficult to capture the gratitude and appreciation we have for Sue and her team in words. Modern Schoolhouse was an integral, joyful part of our family's life for several years. The teachers expertly crafted a safe, nurturing, and rigorous environment that provided a strong foundation for our daughter to blossom and grow. I feel like we will always look back on our enrollment at Modern Schoolhouse as one of the best parenting decisions we've ever made. A few things stand out about TMS: CURRICULUM - Our daughter was enrolled in full-time childcare for a year prior to Modern Schoolhouse. However, it was unclear whether her previous caregivers were working toward any kind of goal (e.g., Kindergarten readiness) or if she was learning anything. That changed the instant we enrolled at TMS. I remember feeling skeptical when Sue asked us to purchase a special pack of flashcards. However, a few months later our 1.5 year-old daughter was recognizing the alphabet and making letter sounds at home. We were legitimately shocked! Preschool years are so important for kids to develop foundational skills and get broad exposure to different topics. Modern Schoolhouse delivers a learning experience that feels ambitious, but not forced. Our daughter was always engaged with the current unit (e.g., marine life, camping, etc.) and excited to go to school. That is the best feeling as a parent! The regular assessments and parent/teacher conferences helped us understand her progress and make a smooth transition to our new school in Colorado. CARE - At the same time that preschool aged children are exploring new academic concepts, they're also learning how to interact and play with other children. Modern Schoolhouse does such an excellent job helping their students communicate, manage their emotions, and engage with their classmates. At TMS our daughter learned things like how to ask for space and differentiate between good vs. bad choices. Teacher/staff transitions are inevitable and unavoidable in early childhood learning. What stood out to us about TMS was the quality and consistency of the team over the years and across classrooms. The teachers at Modern Schoolhouse helped us through the various ups and downs of life with a toddler and major transitions like potty training. Now that we're no longer enrolled at TMS, we're realizing that we took for granted how proactive and responsive the teachers were with their communication. The "ouch reports" from the playground, the quick responses to questions, it's all so important for parents - especially if this is your first childcare experience. COMMUNITY - Lastly, I want to highlight the broader Modern Schoolhouse community. Our daughter became very close with several other girls in her classroom and over time we became friends with their parents as well. TMS families are diverse, kind, and welcoming. I appreciated the music day potluck, annual art show, graduation, and the various other ways that Modern Schoolhouse brought everyone together to celebrate the students. Thank you Modern Schoolhouse! We will forever be grateful to you for the positive impact you had on our family.

We learned early on how incredibly important and foundational the learning ages of 2-5 were going…read moreto be for our son's growth. Until the age of two, we were able to nurture his love of creativity through art, get him engaged in reading and music, and keep him active and independent while learning at home, but his social-emotional growth needed a community like Modern Schoolhouse to truly develop. We met another family at his favorite playground that had an AMAZING experience at Modern Schoolhouse and their daughter, who was academically gifted and raised with similar philosophies, was thriving under their care. We enrolled and discovered for ourselves that Modern Schoolhouse was indeed an absolute gem for child development. Our son entered after turning two, and he was very shy/reserved at the time. The talking, dancing, singing, bilingual artist that blew us away with his funny ideas and love of learning at home, needed help expressing himself in the larger group. Over the next several years, Leonardo was able to grow and thrive his ability to emotionally self-regulate, from having a 'safe space' at home to being able to identify what he was feeling and how to 'calm his body,' to listening to others and respecting common space. What we didn't anticipate was not just the top quality of the school, the clean aesthetic spaces, and the exceptional teachers (Teacher Alicia from class 3 was truly amazing!!), but also the like minded and kind community that became a key part of our son's social life. During our son's first years at home, we studied Montessori, Waldorf, and Reggio Emilia- instituting some principles of each in our approach at home. It wasn't until we met Sue and her philosophies at Modern Schoolhouse did we see some of these same philosophies embodied in an American child care setting; and we must have interviewed or toured at 5 or more local schools before finding Modern Schoolhouse. The core beliefs consist of the idea that children are competent, capable, curious individuals with hundreds of ways of self expression. The role of the school and family should be creating a structured, clean, and aesthetic environment that is conducive stimulating exploration and discovery. Teachers in this sense guide and foster collaboration rather than just 'delivering information.' Giving our son a new challenge was hard at first, but Sue and her staff were quick to offer suggestions and outside resources so we could reinforce some lessons at home, especially around his development of social/emotional skills like managing anger, dealing with disappointment, and learning to communicate when he needed space. He also was given the chance to learn how to build relationships and have positive interactions with new friends. Each 'season' and month had different themes that would be clearly delivered in monthly/quarterly emails along with chances to meet with teachers on child progress in key development areas of language, tracing, use of scissors, how to put on shoes/jackets, counting, class participation/listening, and emotional self expression. By class 3 (3 years old and above), our son was giving 'show and tell' presentations, using the 'sharing bee' to discuss their weekend, and playing inventive games to stimulate imagination and curiosity. Through the use of brightwheel, we were always shown photos and videos of our son having fun with friends and doing some fun activity. The school also offered many events at the school such as the "annual art show," "parent and me" day, and music sessions from Teacher Gaia culminating in a student led music performance (the cutest!). This year all the 4 classes made their own animal costumes and acted out various Disney themes. It was extraordinary to see him flourish and thrive under Teacher Alicia in class 3, who is truly remarkable for her ability to connect to kids and meet them where they are on the journey. By the end he was more confident in his presentations and even singing his favorite Disney songs Karaoke style to the class! Everything ended on a wonderful note with his graduation and small speech to parents and the graduating class. We were given an opportunity for a graduation photoshoot and his 'family book' with messages from all of the teachers as a keepsake that he created during his time there. As he graduated before many of the others in class 3, everyone created a special hand painted art for him with with the handprints of all his friends. It is bittersweet to go onto the next chapter, but he graduated school scoring high in every single metric of development, and he easily was interviewed and accepted into an international private school. Thanks you for being such a key part of his childhood journey and we hope to stay in touch with Leonardo and our growing family!

We've had our child at blossom garden for 3 years now, and it's been a wonderful experience from…read moreday one. The teachers are attentive, warm, and clearly love what they do -- our child has always been excited to go in the morning, which says a lot. Communication has been consistently great: daily updates, quick responses to questions, and genuine care during any bumps along the way (illness, potty training, tough days). The facility is clean, safe, and thoughtfully set up for different age groups. Most importantly, we've watched our child grow socially, emotionally, and academically under their care. We couldn't have asked for a better place to trust with our kid, and we recommend blossom garden to any family looking for a daycare that truly feels like an extension of home.

My wife found Blossom Garden while searching for daycares/preschools on winnie.com. Then we…read morecompared a few schools based on the DPSS childcare facility license search inspections and complaints to ensure there were no major deficiencies. Blossom Garden had no major red flags that stood out to us. We reached out to Blossom Garden through winnie.com and the director, Ms Megha, responded promptly. After touring the facility, we decided to enroll our child in the 2 year olds class. Our first child learned a lot while enrolled here so we also enrolled our 2nd child. Teachers kept us updated on our children's progression and needs through the school's app. Communication was straightforward with teachers and administration. The teachers and staff are incredibly attentive and caring towards all the children. This is a nut free school to protect individuals with peanut allergies. The school provides snacks throughout the day. Initially, lunch was not provided so parents were responsible for bringing their children's lunches. I think Blossom started a lunch program but you'll need to inquire because I'm not sure if they still offer it since it does not apply to us. We prefer to pack and bring our children's lunches to school. Overall, both our children have learned a lot from their teachers. Our first child loved Blossom Garden and graduated from the 4 year olds class. We plan to have our 2nd child stay until the preschool graduation too.

The Little Otters Academy is a great place for any parents with busy careers to have a peace of…read moremind, knowing that the kids are in good hands while they are at work. We've sent both of our kids to this school: my son when it was called Virgin Mary and my daughter who just graduated after two years and going to TK next year. My nephews and nieces also went to this school. The school's accommodation is excellent. The playground area is very spacious and safe for kids. The playground, play toys and carpet are always clean. Parents can drop off their kids without breakfast and the kids get warm breakfast, lunch and snacks. Ms. Elva who has been working there since the days of my nephews, nieces and son is an excellent chef and kids love her. The staff and teaching program is excellent as well. The teachers for my daughter are very diverse in background. All of them enjoy teaching the kids from the bottom of their heart. My daughter started at this school at the age of two. Her development accelerated during those two years. She went from wearing diaper and not speaking properly to a confident girl who reads and write all alphabets and even some three letter words and who can count and add numbers. The teachers also constantly gave us reports on her development. We didn't need to teach anything outside of school. Other than academics, the school also focused social and physical development. The school has planned activities almost every month for the students to learn and appreciate different cultures. The school also invites different professionals (cops, fire fighters, dentists) to school. The school also teaches music, dances, different languages like Chinese and Spanish. We highly recommend this school for any parents who wanted to have their kids grow while having busy lives.

My son has grown so much socially and academically since starting at Little Otters Academy. We've…read moreseen huge strides in his confidence and social skills. We are especially impressed by the extracurricular activities they offer; having Spanish and Chinese classes integrated into the day is such a unique and valuable benefit. They also recently added a Soccer Shots class, which has been a huge hit--my son absolutely loves getting out there and playing soccer with his peers. I also love that they have cooking activities, which is such a fun way for the kids to learn and explore. Beyond the academics, they put on the cutest little performances for parents to watch, like the Christmas show, which we absolutely loved. We couldn't ask for a more stimulating learning environment with amazing and attentive teachers for our little one!

My son has been with Maryvale's early education in the infant class for about 6 months and I have…read morenothing but AMAZING things to say about the teachers, staff and community at Maryvale. They make you feel like family and when I drop my son off I know he is in the best hands. He had not been around anyone else but myself prior to enrolling so there was an adjustment period for him to get comfortable, now he feels the car park and is jumping out of his seat and excited for school. The teachers are super knowledgeable, communicate very well with parents, and are super personable with the children. Thank you Maryvale for being extended family. (In regards to other reviews talking about sick children - Yes, being in a new environment you are introduced to new germs, there is a possibility of getting sick it passes as your immune systems grow as with anywhere - the same could happen at Disneyland)

This place don't even deserve a 1 star. Me and my daughter were recently staying here and I…read morerealized this program wasn't for me I asked to get moved to another shelter. They immediately terminated me and exited me out the program within three days with nowhere to go with my seven year-old daughter in a middle of a heat wave. This program is horrible they treat u like u just came out of prison felt more like a rehab home! You're not allowed to have certain things in the room they take away eyelash glue hairdryer straightener pencil sharpener shavers can't even have nail polish, they search you every time u come into the building. I'm a working mom and they mad it hard for me to go to work on certain days. Rhe and Deborah talked badly about other moms there on how lazy they are and don't want to work and jump from shelter to shelters, but then when u have a working mom and need to leave ur child with someone for the night so u can work they say no! This program is meant for lazy young moms that have nothing going for themselves! Then u have a staff name Marissa getting hostile cause ur going back and forth to car to load ur belongings and threatening to call cops because my child was safe in her room. Ya I definitely don't recommend this program unless ur desperate

This was the first daycare my daughter ever attended, and choosing Landy's was one of the best…read moredecisions we made for her. From the moment we toured the school, we loved the clean, warm, and welcoming environment. It immediately gave us confidence that our daughter would be in good hands. Over the past year, since she started at just 2 years old, the teachers have shown her so much love, patience, and care. They also taught her wonderful manners. You can truly tell that they genuinely care about every child. My daughter knew all of her teachers by name and looked forward to seeing them every day. She was always happy, clean, and well cared for when I picked her up, which was such a relief for first-time parents. Being able to leave your child knowing she is safe, loved, and well cared for is priceless. One of the things we appreciated most was that she learned so many new words, especially in Mandarin, which was exactly what we had hoped for. The teachers made learning fun and meaningful. On her last day, Landy's even organized a farewell party for her. It was such a thoughtful gesture that meant so much to our family. We are incredibly grateful to Landy and all of the teachers for the love, dedication, and positive influence they had on our daughter's early years. These are memories we will always treasure. Even after moving to a new school, she still talks about and misses her teachers at Landy's. During her first week, she cried because she wanted to go back to Landy's. Thankfully, her new teachers have also been loving and caring, and she has adjusted well. Her teachers at the new school often compliment her on her good manners, and I truly have to give credit to Landy's and all of the wonderful teachers there for helping shape the kind, respectful little girl she is today. Thank you, Landy and your amazing team, for everything you have done for our daughter. We will always be grateful.

My son's time came and we finally left Landy's care after almost 4 years. I don't even know where…read moreto start, because everything was AMAZING!! My son has grown to be so well mannered because of the care that Landy has provided. There is a long waitlist, I waited almost 8 months before I was even consider. I applied while I was living in Chicago, and was waitlisted. Also her school is small could only accommodate maybe 15-16 students max so that is why getting in is so hard. I wish I had more children to send to her but I don't. My son was taught everything other schools probably would never have focus on, he was able to dress himself and be fully potty train by the age of 14months. He was always super clean when he came home, they changed his clothes about 3 times a day. My little one continued being super clean on his own because of this. I just had lots of laundry weekly The whole school was super clean, it's a home daycare/preschool. Speaking Chinese at home was required to come to her school so she could continue this with the kids, I'm so glad I found her. My little boy speaks fluent Cantonese and Mandarin because of this. The bad thing about being at Landy's is that the families especially us all got spoil, now trying to find anything close to this will be difficult and transitioning my son to a public school has been hard....he now comes home all dirty Another thing I have to praise her about is that she stayed open for all the essential families during the pandemic, she gave life to the kids while the rest of the whole world was suffering with in-home learning with their schools. I'm in healthcare, so with this she help me out so much !!! Thank you Landy and staff for an amazing four years !!! We are forever thankful don't know what we would of done without you!!!

We used My Asian Nanny to find a postpartum confinement nanny after welcoming our first baby, and…read morewe're so grateful we did. Our nanny, Auntie Lily, helped with newborn care and prepared comforting meals while the Mom recovered. I especially appreciated her patience as she walked us through soothing and caring for our baby. As first-time parents, having that kind of support meant so much. We couldn't have been happier with our experience with My Asian Nanny and their friendly and supporting staff!

We were so happy with our nanny Nancy and were sad to see her retire. She was loving, caring, and…read morewonderful with our family, so we came back to My Asian Nanny hoping they could help us find someone like her. They introduced us to Amy, our new full-time live-in nanny, and she's been just as sweet and experienced as Nancy. It means so much to have someone caring for our family who we feel comfortable with. We've had two wonderful experiences with this agency and honestly couldn't be happier with their service!

If you're looking for last-minute childcare, want a date night out, or have a temporary freelance…read moreproject that you need to finish, then look no further than BumoCare. Bumo is on-demand, flexible child care, aimed at parents who need a safe and engaging space for their children. What I love most about sending my daughter to BumoCare is how flexible they are with my schedule, how easy they are to book, and the quality of care my daughter received. My daughter did a half day at the Pasadena location while my husband and I went on a much-needed date. I love how their classes are 10 students max, for ages 2-11, and they have different lessons and curriculums they switch up. For example, my daughter made a little shaker instrument when she was there. I also didn't have time to pack her any snacks or food, so I ordered a Little Spoon meal from them, and she ate it all up, she loved it! If you do pack your own foods, be mindful it's a nut-free facility. While we did have to sign a waiver beforehand just in case something happens, my mind was put at ease immediately when the staff sent photos and updates, and they do so often, which I appreciate more than people know. Hubby and I just knew our daughter was in caring and capable hands, and we know that trust is hard to find. When we came to pick her up, she had a big smile on her face, and they sent her home with a Bumo Brain Box, so there were many more goodies for her to enjoy in the comfort of her home too!

We LOVE BumoCare! When our regular daycare closes on random days (non-holidays) and we have no…read morefamily in the area to help look after our kids, we turn to Bumo. It is a little pricey but It is not just a regular babysitting service - I see it as an enrichment program for both my kids. On days they were there, they were continuously stimulated with lessons and activities. My older one didn't even want to waste time on naps. There were just so much to do! They hire the most caring, gentle, and patient staffs. My daughter was having a tough drop off one time and all 5 caregivers working that day each took their time to comfort and console her. When my son's drool rash flared up. They made sure to communicate that to us right away through their Procare app. They go above and beyond in making sure both our kids felt welcome and well attended to. The last time we used their service, they sent us a total of 36 pictures and videos within a span of 8 hrs! I have no doubt they were under the best care and I wish this is their regular daycare.

My son has been going to Morla Family Child Care since he was 18 months old and is now 3.5 years…read moreold. Sara is so great with the kids and makes them breakfast and lunch everyday. Milk and nutritional snacks are provided as well. Sara makes sure to provide attention to each child, so that everyone is taken care of and safe. We are so lucky to have found a home daycare that takes care of our son the way his grandparents do. I can't recommend Sara enough!

Our daughter has been going to Morla day care since she was about 3 months old. Sara takes such…read moregood care of her and we love how clean and safe her home is. Sara always greets us with a warm smile and we see how much our baby loves her. Every time we drop her off, she practically jumps out of our arms into hers. I can't imagine anybody else watching our little girl. I reccomend Sara to everybody who is looking for day care.